Cover Oregon, the state’s new health insurance marketplace, announced that it is now open for business. “Our first day was a good day. Thousands of Oregonians can now get health insurance, even if they have a pre-existing health condition or have not been able to afford coverage in the past. Our launch is not only … Read more

U.S. officials said Medicare and Medicaid recipients and veterans will continue to receive health-care benefits, despite the federal government shutdown. The shutdown won’t effect health insurance exchanges in spite of the conflict resulting in a stalemate on Capitol Hill between Republicans and Democrats. Although medicare and Medicaid will keep running despite the Government shut-down, other … Read more

From the traditional Race For The Cure to the truly unique Ashland firefighters wearing pink tee shirts all month long, there is a community spirit that Oregonians share when it comes to health and wellness. At a time when the nation is at odds over healthcare, there is one thing we all can agree on: … Read more

The Cover Oregon community-based outreach program is designed to reach Oregonians in every corner of the state. This is to ensure residents know the choices available to them through Cover Oregon. Community partners can help people access financial help available only through Cover Oregon. Over the past year, Cover Oregon has trained more than 1,200 … Read more

When you consider the benefits of attending conferences for physicians and medical professionals, many attendees state that where they attend the conference is as impactful as what is presented. Healthcare conferences can offer much more then just the material presented. Physicians often feel taking time away from their practice is impossible, however medical professionals will … Read more

Dental care is one of the most important factors for our overall health and is often the most neglected. During financially stressful times many people feel they cannot afford dental insurance or they underestimate the seriousness of neglecting their teeth. “Teeth left untreated or neglected can quickly turn into a serious infection and impact a … Read more

We have heard through the years that physicians and health care professionals often caution their patients that reacting to stressful situations can make them sick. Emotional reactions can be the cause of an ulcer or other emotionally induced symptoms. Have you ever been warned that constant stress is the culprit behind many headaches? Next time … Read more

Oregon consumers are being cautious when it comes to purchasing yogurt since Chobani recently announced it was recalling many of its Greek yogurt cups. This was a decision made after learning the yogurt cups were affected by mold, and receiving reports of illnesses by some customers. The recall was announced approximately one week after the … Read more

According to a recent report from the U.S. Census Bureau, an average of 600,000 Oregonians were uninsured for the three-year period from 2009 to 2011, which is approximately 16 percent of the population. The report shows that Oregon state ranks at an average for the U.S. Massachusetts had the lowest percentage of uninsured residents, at … Read more